Highland Park begins its annual celebration of Dia de los Muertos
On Día de los Muertos, the line between the real world and the spirit world disappears; colorful paper decorations on the Ofrenda remind us of the fragility of life, and...
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First Lake Forest Symposium gathers to discuss preserving communities and their cultural character
Historic preservation is not only about bricks and mortar, not just about looking at old things or naming architectural styles, but it’s also about finding ways to preserve a community...
North Shore native and storied chef, opens new restaurant, Juniper, in Highwood
Celebrated Chicago Chef Todd Stein has led a storied career – and on August 25, 2026, a new chapter has begun, with his return home to the North Shore and...
Assyrian Food Festival in Morton Grove showcases food, music, heritage and traditions
At this weekend’s Assyrian Food Festival, preparing and sharing food is a way to celebrate Assyrian history and the joy of these ancient cultural traditions.
Hundreds show community spirit at Morton Grove’s National Night Out
In a showing of true community spirit, hundreds of neighbors, supporters, first responders, and Village staff gathered on Tuesday, August 4 at the Morton Grove Civic Center for Morton Grove’s...
Ravinia host Black Moon Trio’s premiere of multi-dimensional piece using Lake Michigan as a muse
Lake Michigan as a muse has inspired artists working in a multitude of disciplines from visual art to music to the written word.
Lincolnwood Fest draws thousands to the annual four-day community celebration
Deep into the summer season for carnival lovers – thousands took part in a four-day community celebration in Lincolnwood’s Proesel Park, in pursuit of cotton candy, a ride on the...
24th annual Taste of Park Ridge continues tradition of volunteers coming together for the event
David Iglow, volunteer president and co-founder of Taste of Park Ridge, says this event is an annual celebration of the high-octane volunteerism of the town.
Cancer survivors, families and caregivers created messages of hope on chalk walk in Morton Grove
Cancer survivors, their family members and members of their care community took to the pavement this week to create a message of hope.
Lincolnshire celebrates holiday with Red, White and Boom fest: ‘Still the best old-fashioned Fourth of July’
The Red, White and Boom 4th of July celebration this year featured two days of Independence Day activities and attractions honoring the nation's semiquincentennial.